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Hush Puppies

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

1 cup cornmeal (I use Red Mill Medium Grind - Organic)

1 cup all purpose flour

2 Tbsp sugar

1/2 tsp baking soda

1/2 tsp baking powder

1/4 tsp Cajun seasoning

1/4 tsp salt

1/8 tsp ground pepper

1/2 cup milk (room temperature)

1/2 Tbsp white vinegar

2 Tbsp olive oil

1 large egg (room temperature)

3 Tbsp grated onion

Oil for frying (olive oil, vegetable or peanut)

Instructions:

1. Whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, banking soda, baking powder, Cajun seasoning, salt and black pepper in a large bowl.
2. In a separate medium bowl add the milk and vinegar; let stand for 5 minutes. Whisk in olive oil, egg and onion. Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients; mix just until incorporated.
3. Heat  1 1/2 inches of oil in heavy skillet to around 365 degrees. Using two small spoons, scoop a rounded spoonful onto one spoon and gently push it off with the second spoon. Fry for 3-5 minutes or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Serve promptly.

NOTES: Both white and yellow cornmeal are good for making hush puppies but the white cornmeal is a little sweeter. If you like sweetness, add additional sugar. Try maintaining a constant temperature when frying. Use an oil with a high smoking point that is good for frying.